Bonylip Barb
Osteocheilus vittatus
Bonylip Barb is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 32 cm (≤ 12.6 in)
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 22–26 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7
- GH
- 5–10 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 8 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 8 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6.5–7, GH 5–10 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Bonylip Barb is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Bonylip Barb should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: China, Myanmar, Indonesia, Vietnam.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Bonylip Barb get?
Bonylip Barb reaches ≤ 32 cm (≤ 12.6 in). It needs specialist housing, long-term space, strong filtration, and carefully chosen companions.
Is Bonylip Barb peaceful?
Yes. Bonylip Barb is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Bonylip Barb?
Keep it between 22 to 26 °C.